Our people

Since 1962, we have put trust, transparency and a commitment to people at the heart of everything we do at Faccenda Foods. We encourage people to become the best they can be, developing knowledge experts across our business. It is our people that make the difference – shaping our decisions, driving our future and securing the trust of our customers.

Why people work here

Our goal is to be a destination employer in fresh food, a company people want to work with and work for. We believe in fair pay, good working conditions and secure employment. That’s why we pay at least £7.55 per hour – no exceptions – and don’t employ people on zero hours contracts. We value people working together, taking responsibility for themselves, each other and the customer.

I like the way the company has grown but retained its personal touch. I know I can make a positive contribution to the business.

Debbie McConnell, Operations Manager

I enjoy the people; their passion; and the company’s determination to succeed in a fast moving, challenging, retailer-driven environment. The opportunities for career development and the support structure in place are second to none.

Suz Meacock, Category Manager

People development

Everyone at Faccenda Foods has the opportunity to develop and we proactively encourage our people to grow with the company – in their role, their career and in themselves.

We firmly believe that investing in our people will deliver a successful future for us. That is why we offer the following:

A future leaders programme - including apprentice and graduate schemes and internal development pathways

Structured skills development including accredited training across our factories and farms

English language tuition

A long term commitment to scholarships and postgraduate development with Harper Adams University

Management development programme supported by Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) accreditation.

Learning centre and mentoring scheme

Financial and practical support for a wide range of professional and vocational qualifications

Straight from the word go as a graduate, I was trusted with managing my own department and given a lot of responsibility. Faccenda Foods has allowed me to progress swiftly.

-- Ben Beasley, Production Manager

Every day I learn something new which is very important to me. I hope to go far in my career within the company.

-- Blazej Chmiel, Process Leader

Rob Bywater, Meat Management ‘Young Manager of the Year’ 2014, is just one team member who has benefited from key skills development programmes linked to promotion opportunities. See News Article

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